Before, when asked what Honduras is like, I would say it’s like being in a Dr. Seuss book. Everything is larger than life and a little bit wonky. Nothing looks real. That was the best I could do in explaining what I saw. Not until a couple days ago did I hear the perfect work to describe Honduras. I was talking with a friend telling her about the HUGE beetle I found in my hair the other day when she said, “yes, everything in Honduras is exaggerated.” That’s exactly it. What is Honduras like? Exaggerated. The mountains are picturesque, the colors of the trees and plant life are incredible, there are toads the size of small dogs! (ok, not really, but close.) Everything around me is just a little bit more than anything I’ve ever seen or tasted before. The fruit is sweeter than candy, the beans are saltier, and even their Coke has twice the amount of sugar than Coke in the States.
I suppose everything exaggerated is not always a good thing. Oh boy is it hot here and boy is it humid. Like I mentioned before, the bugs are like the bugs you see in old scary movies. They are large and everywhere. When it rains, it is as if God is dumping straight buckets of water on you and when it storms, you run for cover.
Overall, I enjoy living in a Dr. Seuss book. The pros definitely outweigh the cons. Though I may be a little bit concerned if the eggs and ham I bought turn green.
What have I been up to?…
Monday-Wednesday: The students are gone for the week on vacation so it has been rather quiet around here. For the most part, I have just been relaxing and hanging out with some friends. I’ve done some paper work and baby-sat the missionaries’ kids for a day as well. I have gone to two NBA Finals parties too. Believe it or not, they are really into it here. It’s a big deal. They keep asking me if I’m a Lakers or Celtics fan and when I say neither they shake their head in disapproval. Oh how I disappoint.
Thursday: Yesterday I did head back into the mountains for the morning/afternoon to the same village as I visited last week. As you may remember, last time I was there we were finishing up putting in their first running water system ever. Before the pump/well system they had to climb down the mountain to a little spring and climb back up any time they wanted water. Needless to say, this water system is a big deal in this little village. Yesterday we had a little inauguration ceremony for it. There was a ribbon cutting and everything. I had the most fantastic mountain meal while I was there, as well. They village was so grateful for this water system that slaughtered TWO cows for us to eat. That is insane. Along with the beef we had rice, beans, guacamole (which I have never seen here in Honduras) and the freshest pico de gallo I have ever tasted. All in all it was a great day.
Friday: Today I was helping set up for the school’s big reunion this weekend. Every year, once a year, they invite all past alumni for a large party and church service. It’s a great time of reconnecting and fellowship. This will be my second one and I am looking forward to seeing some students from last year that graduated.
Prayer Requests…
1. I have seem to have lost some confidence in the past couple days. I’m not sure why, but all of a sudden I am nervous to speak Spanish or put myself out there. I’m still doing it, it’s just become harder. I think I’ll be fine, I just have to get back on the horse. I just don’t know how I fell off the horse to begin with.
2. I am determined to learn more Spanish.
3. The reason I want to know more Spanish is so I can have deeper, more meaningful conversations with the students here. Please pray for these delicate relationships I have with the students. I’m only here for two months so there needs to be some vulnerability boundaries on both sides, but at the same time I want to dig a little deeper.
I love you all and I am specifically praying for many of you!
-Katelyn
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